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Velvet-y smooth
The LG Velvet is stunningly gorgeous, so get a case to keep it that way
It can be tough to find a great case for a new phone, especially one with a unique and wonderful design like the LG Velvet. But thankfully, there are a lot of solid choices out there and these are our favorites to keep your LG Velvet safe from when life happens.
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THE LATEST AND GREATEST
Here’s the ‘secret’ behind the Galaxy S21 Ultra’s improved battery life
The Galaxy S21 Ultra is the first phone to use Samsung's new low-power OLED display, which is claimed to be significantly more efficient than the panel used in last year's Galaxy S20 Ultra.
Ring me up a few
Ring Video Doorbell Wired is the company's smallest, cheapest doorbell yet
Ring Video Doorbell Wired is ready to blow away the competition with its size and price, both of which are smaller than ever. All that without sacrificing important features that make Ring Video Doorbells great.
Let there be light
Light up your monitor with these monitor light bars
Adding a monitor light bar to your computer set-up can be useful in making it easier to read text on the screen without straining your eyes. And there are some great ones available that meet a variety of different needs.
Cutting through the language barrier
Google Maps' new feature takes the guesswork out of Indian street addresses
Google has built an ensemble of learned models to transliterate names of popular places of interest into ten prominent Indian languages: Hindi, Bangla, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi, and Odia.
Samsung Galaxy S21 — Everything you need in one place
Delivery day 🥳
Have you received your Galaxy S21 pre-order?
Keep your screen scratch-free
These Galaxy S21 Plus screen protectors will keep your display looking good
big phone big protection
These are the best heavy cases for the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Plus for protection
These are the best Samsung Galaxy S21+ cases you can buy
Save your S21
These are the best Samsung Galaxy S21 cases you can buy
Fun-size phones
Here's why Samsung should have launched a Galaxy S21 mini
productivity across screens
The Galaxy Tab S7 gets even better with new features in One UI 3.1
Ecosystem battle
Which flagship should you get: Galaxy S21 or iPhone 12?
A new wireless standard
What is UWB in the Galaxy S21 series and which models support it?
Time for a new TV
Get ready for the big game and save hundreds on a new Hisense 4K Smart TV
Several models of Hisense 4K TVs are on sale right now and they all have great features. You can save as little as $50 or as much as $300 on these TVs all going for super low prices already. Plus, they have great smart platforms and other features.
It is nothing like anything
OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei wants to connect everything with 'Nothing'
OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei today announced a new consumer technology company called Nothing. The company says its first “smart devices” will launch in the first half of the year.
Low key and High def
Audiophile music service sound-off: Tidal HiFi and Amazon Music HD
These days there are more streaming music services than you can shake a stick at, but the choices narrow down considerably as you search for truly high-quality audio options.
Protect the Power
Grab a case and keep your Moto G Power motoring on for years
The Moto G Power is finally here and offers a rather surprising and impressive set of specs for the budget market. If you happen to pick one of these up, you won't want something to happen to it, so grab a case to go with the G Power.
USB-C PD FTW
Here are the fastest Android phone chargers you can buy in 2021
Phone chargers are vital currency in a busy household or overworked office, and if yours is starting to fail or keeps getting "borrowed", maybe it's time to upgrade to something newer, smaller, and better. Here are the best compact phone chargers for your Android and iPhone.
Don't miss a beat
Garmin Lily is a chic smartwatch with a five-day battery life for just $199
Garmin Lily is the latest smartwatch for women who want to stay on top of their health and wellness, offering two models and six colorways that should fit any style.
Budget protection
Protect your Nokia 5.4 in style with the best cases
The Nokia 5.4 is a rather impressive option if you're looking for one of the best camera experiences found on a budget phone. But you're going to want to keep this camera-beast protected so we've rounded up the best cases for the Nokia 5.4.
Greatness keeps coming
Here's everything PlayStation's Sony Worldwide Studios is working on
Over the past few generations, PlayStation has brought iconic games and blockbuster titles for players to enjoy. Here's everything we know Sony Worldwide Studios is working on.
Bloody good time
Here's everything we know about Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2
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Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is set to release later this year, over 14 years Here's everything we know about this immersive role-playing game.
Secret meeting password
Here's how to use Google Meet codes to start or join a video conference
If you've ever been invited to a Google Meet session (or started one yourself), you may have seen reference to a code that looked something like this: abc-defg-hjk. But what does that mean, and what are you supposed to do with it? We'll explain.
Save the date
Realme X7 and X7 Pro 5G set to launch in India on February 4
Realme's X7 series of 5G smartphones will launch in India on February 4. While the Realme X7 features MediaTek's Dimensity 800U chipset, the X7 Pro is powered by the flagship Dimensity 1000+.
Have some fun
These are the best games you can play on Android
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We're rounding up the best games, free and premium, you should be playing today.
Game On 🎮
Relive the good times with these classic Atari games on Plex Arcade
Plex partnered with Atari to launch a video game streaming service that features a catalog of classic games that can be streamed from almost any device.
I will be ready
Here's what we know about Horizon Forbidden West on PS5 (so far)
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Horizon Forbidden West follows Aloy as she explores west into the former U.S. This new title from Guerrilla Games is showing off just what the PS5 hardware is capable of. Here's everything you need to know.
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HP’s ENVY Pro 6455 is a printer that’ll play nice with your phone
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The HP ENVY Pro 6455 offers all the features of an all-in-one printer, and it makes them much easier to use on a smartphone.
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The best there are
These are the best Android phones you can buy right now
Wear with pride
These are the best Android smartwatches you can buy
It’s time to cut the cord!
These are the best wireless earbuds you can buy at every price
the future is now
Future-proof your home with the best Wi-Fi 6 routers
How To Watch
Are human beings worth saving?
How to watch the new series Resident Alien online from anywhere
Derby della Madonnina
How to watch Inter Milan vs AC Milan: Live stream Coppa Italia quarter-fina
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Star-Spangled Discounts
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Recent Reviews
Govee Immersion TV backlight
TV bias lighting has been a thing for a very long time, but Govee's new Immersion TV backlight changes the paradigm for what's expected from simple TV backlighting by using a camera that changes each individual LED based on what's happening on your TV.
Xiaomi Mi Curved Gaming Monitor 34
Xiaomi's ultrawide gaming monitor is now available outside of China for the first time, and it delivers an incredible value in this category. The monitor uses a Samsung VA panel and has 144Hz refresh rate along with FreeSync. Is this the best budget ultrawide gaming monitor around? Let's find out.
Moto G Power (2021)
The Moto G Power (2020) was one of the best phones of last year, so how does its successor compare? That's, uh, a tricky question to answer. Let's dig in with our full Moto G Power (2021) review.
Tall Vampire Lady
Jiggle Physics 66: Resident Evil Village; Xbox Live Gold
Want to know who this Tall Vampire Lady everybody is talking about? Swing by Jiggle Physics this week as the gang breaks down some Resident Evil announcements and some other gaming news.
Prevent scratches and cracks
Avoid any scratches with the best Moto G Stylus screen protectors
The Moto G Stylus is finally here and offers a solution for those who want an included stylus with their phones without paying flagship prices. With a phone that offers so much value, you'll want to keep it protected, and you can do so with these screen protectors.
for a safe and secure society
Amazon Alexa Guard Plus is here for just $5 a month after free 30-day trial
Amazon is expanding its smart security options with the new Alexa Guard Plus service, which is now available to users for a monthly or yearly fee.
For artists and students
Chromebook artists can now level up their work with the One by Wacom
The One by Wacom is the first graphics tablet to be fully compatible with Google's Chrome OS operating system.
Changing hands
Google's Tilt Brush VR painting application is going open source
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Tilt Brush is moving to an open source distribution. Accessible for everyone, Google is no longer actively developing this virtual reality painting application.
Choose Your Style
Keep your Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 looking stylish with a new band
If you recently purchased the new Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 or you're planning to do so soon, make sure you've got the right bands for it!
Pro Moves
Journey to the Savage Planet and more coming to Stadia Pro in Feb.
Journey to the Savage Planet, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light, and Enter the Gungeon all hit Stadia Pro on February 1st. More new games are launching this week, like Gods Will Fall and Madden NFL 21.
Better security too
Your Chromebook can now double as a smart display with Chrome OS 88
Gooogle's Chrome OS 88 brings all the normal Chrome 88 features alongside some discrete optimizations for the company;s desktop operating system.
Mutating into grasp
The long-awaited Biomutant has a release date — May 25, 2021
The action-RPG Biomutant from Experiment 101 and THQ Nordic finally has a release date. Players can expect to undergo this adventure on May 25, 2021.
Hail Mary
You can finally play Madden on Stadia later this week
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After months of silence, EA's Madden NFL 21 is finally releasing for Stadia. Madden will be available on January 28th for a discounted price.
Connected health
More countries get long-awaited vital health features on the Galaxy Watch 3
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The Galaxy Watch 3 is gaining new abilities for users in 31 countries, as Samsung expands its health features outside of its home country.
buyers guide
Believe it or not, Philips Hue is not the only smart bulb you can buy
The are plenty of smart lights available that are similar to Philips Hue bulbs at nearly half the cost. Most offer easy management from a designated app on your smartphone or tablet, too.
Mobile Gaming
Will Stadia work on my Android phone? Here are the Stadia compatible phones
You'll find a Stadia iOS or Android app on most phones or tablets, but which devices actually support game streaming? The list is growing by the day, but some unsupported phones will make you jump through a few hoops first.
Beat that!
The Trial is finally coming to TWD Saints & Sinners on Oculus Quest
The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners is easily one of the best VR games available, and sales are certainly proving that reality. The Quest version not only outsold other versions but is also finally getting The Trial next month.
pro-grade
The Xperia Pro is a broadcaster's dream phone (at an exorbitant price)
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Nearly a year after its initial unveiling, the Xperia Pro is finally launching in the U.S. with 5G support, HDMI monitoring, and countless creative tools designed for professional video and broadcasting work.